How and when to say 'no' as a new real estate agent
Coach Verl Workman writes that setting healthy boundaries, including saying 'no' when needed, provides a more balanced life and fulfilling career in real estate
by Verl Workman Apr 1
The emotional toll of real estate (and why you can’t ignore it)
Your mindset, your habits and your emotional resilience will determine how well you handle the real estate rollercoaster, Aaron Hendon writes
by Aaron Hendon Feb 26
7 ways to detox your professional life and take back your sanity
Detoxing your work life isn’t just about eliminating what’s bad, coach Darryl Davis writes. It’s about creating an environment where you can actually thrive
by Darryl Davis Feb 26
11 ways to say no (without actually having to say no)
Setting boundaries and saying no doesn't have to be so difficult with help from best-selling author Jay Papasan. He offers options from delicate to direct to help you guard your time and energy
by Jay Papasan Dec 2
Here's how you know when it's time to part ways: Pulse
We asked you how you know when you're ready to fire that client or switch brokerages. Here are your sure signs
by Inman Aug 16
There's freedom in saying no, setting boundaries, saying goodbye
Opinion
If you don’t set boundaries, you can’t expect clients to respect them. Set firm boundaries, and communicate them upfront
by Amie Quirarte Feb 15
When your toughest competitor is the other agent
The next time you experience a hot-headed real estate agent on the other side of the deal, try these tips to cool it down
by Amie Quirarte Feb 13
Draw the line! How to set boundaries, protect time, say no
To help empower you to protect your personal life, have a healthier work life and find more time in your day, we've rounded up top tips from Inman contributors. Find out how to set boundaries with yourself and your clients, lay down the law and say no like a champion
by Dani Vanderboegh Oct 25
9 simple ways to set professional and personal boundaries
Over-committing, over-serving and people-pleasing can keep you from giving yourself, your business and your family the time you deserve, coach Darryl Davis writes
by Darryl Davis Jun 30
Don't fire that client! Set boundaries right from the get-go
Opinion
Heading off frustrating experiences with demanding clients often comes down to the expectations you set from the get-go. Learning how to deal with them requires both broker and agent perspectives
by Anthony Askowitz Mar 25
Overworked and underpaid? Learn how (and when) to say no
Opinion
It’s a tough skill to learn, but setting your boundaries with a polite — but firm — saying 'no' is an essential way to control your time, energy and professional life
by Christy Murdock Jan 22
Keeping It Real: How to kill success
Don't let fear and ego rule your business
by Peter Lorimer Dec 19